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Johnstown Community Gathers to Celebrate Rose Knox
Last week, nearly 200 friends of the Greater Johnstown School District gathered to celebrate a true local legend—Rose Knox! The community packed the Knox Middle School auditorium, named in Rose Knox’s honor, for the long-awaited launch of Rachel Greenfield’s new biography, Rose Knox: How One Woman Mixed Kitchen and Boardroom to Remold an American Business.…
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GJSD celebrates Rose Knox with author chat Wednesday, October 21 at Knox Middle School
Johnstown benefactor and businesswoman Rose Knox is being celebrated this week as the Greater Johnstown School District welcomes author Rachel Greenfield for a discussion of her biography, Rose Knox: How One Woman Mixed Kitchen and Boardroom to Remold an American Business. The author talk is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, at 7 p.m. in the…
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Eighth- and Ninth-Grade Students from JHS Attend Career Con
Earlier this month, eighth- and ninth-grade students from JHS had the opportunity to participate in Career Con at SUNY Fulton-Montgomery Community College. The annual event brings together students from school districts throughout the Hamilton-Fulton-Montgomery (HFM) region to explore career opportunities, connect with local employers and take part in hands-on activities. Career Con is a collaborative…
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Business class expansion at JHS Leads to more hands-on experiences for Johnstown students
Johnstown High School students have more opportunities than ever to explore their interests and build real-world business skills. Over the past two years, the business department has expanded its course offerings, giving students more ways to discover potential careers and prepare for life beyond high school. This year, students can choose from three business electives,…
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The Road Back: Driver education returns to Johnstown
After a 23-year absence, Driver Education has returned to Johnstown High School, fulfilling a long-requested opportunity for local students and families. “Bringing driver education back to Johnstown required a tremendous team effort,” said Superintendent Alicia D. Koster. “We’re excited to invest in a program that prioritizes student safety, supports high-quality instruction and provides students with…
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Important Information About School Taxes
The School Taxes page of the GJSD website provides a lot of valuable information about school taxes. Please read below for answers to our most frequently asked questions. View my bill: Visit InfoTaxOnline.com to view property tax information online. How do I pay my taxes? GJSD does NOT accept payments in-person. DROP BOX: A secure…
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Cotter Elevated to Assistant Superintendent
GJSD Superintendent of Schools Ms. Alicia D. Koster announced today that longtime Johnstown educator and administrator Cory Cotter has been appointed Assistant Superintendent for the Greater Johnstown School District where she will provide strategic support to the superintendent while helping advance the District’s PK-12 instructional priorities and efforts to strengthen student, family, and community engagement.…
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Johnstown Opening Day: New programs, strategic framework and milestones celebrated
After months of quiet hallways, the Johnstown school family was back under one roof for the annual Opening Day welcome address. For the returning staff, it felt like a homecoming; for the new faces in the JPAC, it was the official beginning of their journey in the Greater Johnstown School District. Superintendent Alicia D. Koster…
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GJSD Celebrates Grand Opening of Johnstown Family Resource Center at Back-To-School Event
Hundreds of GJSD families and students gathered yesterday, August 20, to celebrate the start of the new school year, joined by the District’s administrative team, staff members, community partners, and local dignitaries. The event, branded as a #WeAreJohnstown Back-to-School celebration, also marked the grand opening of the District’s Family Resource Center, located at Warren Street…